SHMS Swiss Hotel Management School

A talent of producer: Switzerland!

The Swiss Hotel Management School is situated in the heart of Europe. Created in 1992, SHMS enjoys an excellent reputation training future professionals using the traditions of Swiss Hospitality & Business Management. Courses focus on Operations Management, Events or Resort and Spa Management.

SHMS is one of the founding members of SEG, the Swiss Education Group which since 2012 also includes a school focusing on Culinary.

The Culinary Institute Switzerland, prepares students for careers in the world of gastronomy. The programmes offered are from certificate, higher diploma and a Bachelor level in culinary, focusing on the skills and practices required in both operational and management areas. The state-of-the-art facilities are located at campuses in both the German and French-speaking regions of Switzerland.

Tradition & practice

The Swiss Hotel Management School stays true to tradition and training excellence focusing on the practical aspects of hotel management in order to meet the requirements of the principle operators in the business. All courses are offered in English.

Strong internationally recognized academic qualifications

A wide variety of programmes are offered with qualifications that include Diploma, Higher Diploma, BA, BBA, Master and Post-graduate Diplomas. Partnerships with the University of Derby (UK), Northwood University (USA), Washington State University (USA) and the Manchester Metropolitan University (UK) ensure that students’ qualifications are internationally transferable.

SHMS The Best

In a 2011 survey performed by GfK Switzerland, The Swiss Hotel Management School was placed 2nd in the top 10 hospitality schools internationally with results indicating that worldwide, hotels are using our schools as their most preferred supplier for new employees.

2 in 1 Academic + Experience

All SHMS students have – after 3 years – a Bachelor’s degree plus 1 year of experience. Having both is nowadays an immense benefit for a successful start to graduates careers!

International Recruitment Forum

“Helping our students with their career success” is the key objective of SHMS. The School organizes twice a year a 2 day event which enables all its students to meet Industry Professionals and find an Internship or even full-time Employment.

More than 50 companies from all over the world are present at each forum to welcome eager students from the campuses and to search for the next generation of employees for their establishments:

A framework aligned to the Industry

Systematic precision, rigor and discipline are steadfast values of the hospitality industry and the reality in the field. The framework provided in the SHMS school mirrors this strict training where a professional attitude and attire are mandatory from a student’s first moments of study.

Studying in SHMS School gives you a real life experience for a successful career!

Facilities

Study, Eat, Sleep, Work, Celebrate on Campus

All SHMS Campuses are converted former Hotels located in outstanding settings.

SHMS Campuses offer exceptional learning environments to students who share the excitement of living and working with others from all over the world. The academic facilities are second to none, including a Learning Resource Centre with the latest hospitality educational materials and a wireless Internet connection throughout the campuses.

During their time of study, students are accommodated on campus and enjoy access to the sport and leisure facilities that are on offer. Students are able to experience magnificent campuses in the mountains or in the city, discovering the charms of stunning Swiss Made locations.

SHMS Campuses offer academic facilities adapted to student needs and designed to ensure their academic achievement. At eachcampus students will find:

Lecture theatres

Classrooms

Demonstration theatre

Learning Resource Centre

Tutorial rooms

Computer rooms

Learning lounge

Reading lounge

Training restaurant

Production and training kitchen

Careers & Internship office

Learning Resource Centre:SHMS students have access to a wide rangeof books, magazines, online catalogues and articles.

Internet Access:A wireless Internet link is provided throughout both campuses offering a high speed connection for all students.

Accommodation: Students at SHMS are offered a choice of accommodation options in both double and single configuration. Includedin a students’ fees is accommodation in a double-standard room; A supplementary fee is payable for all other roomcategories which are distributed on a first come, first served basis and can only be confirmed on reception of full student fees.

Linen and towels are provided for students and rooms are cleaned once per week by the housekeeping team. Like in a Hotel!

Meals: All meals are included in students’ fees: Monday to Friday 3 daily meals are served and at weekends a brunch buffet and dinner. Students are able to choose from a range of dining options on each of our campuses.

Sports & Leisure:All campuses benefit from their own sports facilities such as a gym plus their own bar and nightclub. Furthermore, SHMS school organizes professional visits and leisure excursions.

Case Study

Name: William Ndoto

Country of origin: Kenya

Position: General Manager, Heri Heights Apartment Hotel

Overview

I chose to study at SHMS because of the world-wide reputation that the school has."At SHMS I learnt to manage people professionally and with understanding. This is a vital attribute within our industry and a skill that any successful manager needs to possess without fail.

The social culture in SHMS is simply unforgettable. I will always remember the times I had together with all of my friends. Despite all the hard work we had to go through, we always found time to meet, dine and go out together. If given the chance to do it all over again, I wouldn't think twice!

I will never forget the day when I was presented with The Compass Group Special Award for Academic Excellence awarded at Bachelor’s level.